Process Engineer/Metallurgists- Expressions Of Interest

Process Engineer/Metallurgist – Expressions of Interest - FIFO

• Extend your technical or operational experience and contribute to the future of iron ore processing
• Family Friendly FIFO Roster from Perth and may be available from Busselton/Geraldton
• Permanent full time position

About the role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
We are currently seeking Expressions of Interest from Processing professionals to provide technical support and leadership for operations, maintenance and central support staff, assisting in improving plant availability and performance in order to maximise plant throughput whilst minimising the associated costs. Optimisation and improvement of the process plant and processing operations will be a key role. We have roles that are both Perth and site based, however the majority of the roles will be FIFO.
These roles are a great opportunity for experienced and highly motivated Process Engineers or Metallurgists to improve our Iron Ore operations.
Within these roles as a Process Engineer/Metallurgist you could be:

• Providing support in developing processing metrics, ensuring data fidelity and accurate reporting.
• Acting as a credible technical resource to stakeholders in own sector, ensuring plant capacity is fully optimised and production targets are met.
• Identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives to support current and future strategy and driving best practice in the Iron Ore business.
• Providing subject matter expertise for processing unit operations across our existing and future dry, wet and concentrator processing plants.
• Fostering a culture of zero harm.

What you’ll bring

• Background in process engineering or related technical discipline with fixed plant operational experience
• Ability to work across discipline and geographic boundaries, connecting people to collaboratively solve problems
• Experience in teams that have delivered improvements in safety and operating performance, and continuous improvement objectives
• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Process Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or equivalent)
• An analytical approach with strong problem solving, report writing and presentations skills
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• A team focus and ‘can-do’ approach will ensure your success in these roles.

It will also be beneficial if you have:

• Experience in data management platforms, including OSI PI and SQL databases
• Experience in Microsoft suite of programs including Power BI (Advanced skills in Excel will be highly regarded)
• A growth mindset & drive, to be open to new ideas to continuously improve and support our Plant, our Team & ourselves
• A ‘C’ class Australian manual driver’s license is required.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority;
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto;
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program;
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family;
• Attractive share ownership plan;
• Company provided insurance cover;
• Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options;
• Career development and education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions;
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support;
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave);
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more);
• Possible domestic relocation assistance.

This expression of Interest is for applicants residing in or willing to permanently relocate to Western Australia. Rio Tinto offers Fly in and fly out options from Perth, our regional FIFO hubs and the opportunity to live in our residential towns where applicable.
Where you’ll be working
In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own an integrated portfolio of iron ore assets: a world-class, integrated network of 16 mines, four independent port terminals, a 1,700 kilometre rail network and related infrastructure – all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand. These
We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for almost 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
Every Voice Matters
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
Ready to experience something unique? Come work with us.
Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.
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